Medicare Enrolled

Dr. David Ellent, M.D.

Hematology & Oncology · Kingwood, TX
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
22751 PROFESSIONAL DR STE 140, Kingwood, TX 77339
2819751000
In practice since 2006 (19 years)
NPI: 1427081710 verify on NPPES ↗
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating. This page presents federal public records about Dr. Ellent from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Ellent

Dr. David Ellent is a hematology & oncology specialist in Kingwood, TX, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Ellent performed 48,894 Medicare services across 6,766 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Ellent received a total of $17,746 from 109 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 800 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in hematology & oncology. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.

The Data Coverage level for Dr. Ellent is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. This is not a quality rating. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.

✓ 19 years in practice ▲ Top 20% volume in TX $17,746 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
48,894
Medicare services
Top 20% in TX for hematology & oncology
6,766
Unique beneficiaries
$10
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~2,573 Medicare services per year of practice

Top procedures by volume

Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.

Procedure Volume Avg. paid Avg. submitted
Iron infusion (Feraheme)
An injection of ferumoxytol used to treat iron deficiency anemia in patients not on dialysis.
29,580 $0 $5
Infectious disease DNA/RNA test
A laboratory test that uses a specific technique to detect the genetic material of an organism. This method amplifies the target DNA or RNA to identify the presence of the organism.
5,256 $34 $310
Yeast/candida DNA test
A laboratory test that uses an amplified probe technique to detect the presence of Candida species, a type of yeast, in a patient sample.
1,726 $34 $311
Complete blood count (CBC) with differential
An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells.
1,585 $8 $69
Comprehensive metabolic blood panel
A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers.
1,523 $10 $94
Dexamethasone injection (steroid)
An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram.
1,062 $0 $1
Iron level test 524 $6 $58
Transferrin level test
A blood test that measures the amount of transferrin, a protein that binds to and transports iron in the body.
524 $12 $113
Ferritin level test (iron stores)
A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body.
517 $13 $121
Group B Strep DNA test
A laboratory test that uses DNA amplification to detect the presence of Group B Streptococcus bacteria.
447 $34 $310
VRE nucleic acid detection test
A laboratory test that uses amplified probe techniques to detect vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE) DNA in a patient sample.
440 $34 $310
MRSA nucleic acid detection test
A laboratory test that uses amplified probe techniques to detect the genetic material of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria.
440 $34 $310
Office visit, established patient (30-39 min)
A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition.
413 $95 $864
Vitamin B-12 level test
A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body.
371 $15 $134
Mycoplasma genitalium DNA/RNA test
A laboratory test that uses DNA or RNA probes to detect the presence of Mycoplasma genitalium bacteria in a sample.
366 $34 $279
Folic acid level test
A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum.
358 $14 $131
Additional sequential IV infusion, 1 hour or less
This code represents an additional intravenous infusion administered sequentially to a primary infusion. It covers the administration time of one hour or less.
342 $23 $215
Immunoglobulin level test
A blood test that measures the level of gammaglobulins, which are immune system proteins.
328 $9 $83
Magnesium level test
A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess.
225 $7 $60
Intravenous infusion, 1 hour or less
Administration of medication or fluid directly into a vein for therapeutic, preventive, or diagnostic purposes. The procedure lasts one hour or less.
157 $50 $485
Drug injection, under skin or into muscle
A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle.
137 $10 $109
Uric acid level test
A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines.
135 $4 $40
Sed rate test (inflammation marker)
This automated test measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a tube to detect inflammation in the body.
129 $3 $24
C-reactive protein test (inflammation marker)
A blood test that measures the level of C-reactive protein to detect the presence of infection or inflammation in the body.
126 $5 $46
Diphenhydramine injection, up to 50 mg
An injection of diphenhydramine hydrochloride, an antihistamine medication, administered in a dose of up to 50 milligrams.
121 $1 $8
Intravenous chemotherapy infusion, 1 hour or less
Administration of chemotherapy medication directly into a vein. The procedure takes one hour or less to complete.
115 $103 $968
Phosphate level test
A blood test that measures the amount of phosphate in your body. Phosphate is a mineral that helps keep bones and teeth strong.
113 $5 $42
Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test
A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function.
110 $16 $149
Low osmolar contrast material, 100-199 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml 101 $1 $8
Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) level test
A blood test that measures the amount of lactate dehydrogenase, an enzyme found in many body tissues. It helps assess tissue damage or disease.
99 $6 $54
Urinalysis with microscopic exam
A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities.
92 $3 $28
Mycoplasma pneumoniae nucleic acid test
A laboratory test that uses amplified probe techniques to detect the genetic material of Mycoplasma pneumoniae bacteria.
83 $34 $312
Vitamin D level test
A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body.
81 $29 $263
Respiratory virus nucleic acid test, 3-5 targets
A laboratory test that uses nucleic acid detection to identify multiple types or subtypes of respiratory viruses. The test analyzes 3 to 5 specific viral targets.
75 $140 $1,130
Strep A nucleic acid amplification test
A laboratory test that uses nucleic acid amplification to detect the presence of Group A Streptococcus bacteria. This method identifies the genetic material of the bacteria to determine if an infection is present.
70 $34 $312
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views
An X-ray imaging test of the hand that captures at least three different angles to visualize the bones and joints.
59 $21 $177
Free PSA test
A blood test that measures the amount of unbound prostate-specific antigen in the blood.
57 $18 $164
Automated red blood cell count
An automated laboratory test that measures the number of red blood cells in a blood sample.
49 $4 $36
Creatinine test (kidney function)
A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury.
47 $5 $46
PSA test (prostate cancer screening) 46 $18 $164
Chest X-ray, 2 views
An X-ray imaging test of the chest that captures two different angles to visualize the lungs, heart, and chest wall.
44 $16 $169
Total testosterone level test
A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women.
42 $25 $229
Basic metabolic blood panel
A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels.
40 $8 $75
Urine microalbumin test (kidney screening)
A laboratory test that measures the amount of microalbumin, a small protein, in a urine sample. This test is used to detect early signs of kidney damage.
39 $6 $51
Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides)
A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
37 $13 $119
Parathyroid hormone level test
A blood test that measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate calcium levels in the blood and bones.
35 $39 $367
CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast
A CT scan that uses dye to create detailed images of the abdomen and pelvis. This imaging test helps doctors examine internal organs and structures in these areas.
33 $163 $1,887
New patient office visit (45-59 min)
An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter.
33 $119 $1,198
MRI of leg joint, without contrast
A magnetic resonance imaging scan of a joint in the leg performed without the use of contrast dye.
31 $109 $1,365
Rheumatoid factor level 29 $6 $50
CT scan of chest with contrast
A computed tomography scan of the chest using a contrast dye to enhance the visibility of internal structures.
28 $56 $1,097
Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring)
A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months.
28 $10 $86
Bone density scan (DEXA)
A test that uses low-dose X-rays to measure bone mineral density in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps assess bone strength and risk of fractures.
25 $29 $261
Total bilirubin level test
A blood test that measures the total amount of bilirubin, a waste product from the breakdown of red blood cells, in your body.
25 $5 $45
Free thyroxine (T4) test
A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream.
25 $9 $80
Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) level test
A blood test that measures the level of carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) protein. This test is used to monitor certain types of cancer.
24 $19 $169
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views
An X-ray imaging test that captures 2 to 3 views of the lower back and sacral spine to visualize the bones and joints in this area.
23 $20 $207
MRI of lower spine, without contrast
A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the lower spinal canal that does not use contrast dye to create detailed images of the spine.
23 $97 $1,199
Free testosterone level test
A blood test that measures the amount of free testosterone in your body. Free testosterone is the portion of the hormone not bound to proteins and available for use by tissues.
23 $25 $226
New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) 22 $177 $1,564
Foot X-ray, 3+ views
An X-ray imaging test of the foot that captures at least three different views to evaluate the bones and joints.
21 $20 $160
MRI of arm joint, without contrast
An MRI scan uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the arm joint. This specific procedure is performed without the use of a contrast dye.
20 $103 $1,350
Complete ultrasound of abdomen
A diagnostic imaging test that uses sound waves to create detailed pictures of the organs and structures within the abdomen.
19 $55 $650
Blood creatinine level test
A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine, a waste product from muscle wear and tear, to help assess kidney function.
19 $5 $45
Free T3 thyroid hormone test
A blood test that measures the level of free triiodothyronine (T3) hormone in your body. This helps assess how well your thyroid gland is functioning.
19 $17 $151
MRI of upper spine without contrast
An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal that does not use contrast dye. This imaging test uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed pictures of the spine.
18 $94 $1,196
Knee X-ray, 3 views
An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint that captures three different angles to evaluate the bones and surrounding structures.
18 $22 $202
Hepatitis C antibody test
A blood test that checks for antibodies to the hepatitis C virus. This test helps determine if a person has been exposed to the virus.
17 $14 $127
Cardiac enzyme level (CK-MB) test
A blood test that measures the total level of creatine kinase, specifically the cardiac enzyme fraction, to help evaluate heart muscle damage.
16 $6 $58
Staphylococcus aureus DNA test
A laboratory test that uses DNA amplification to detect the presence of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria in a sample.
16 $34 $312
Glutamyltransferase (GGT) level test
A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme glutamyltransferase (GGT) to help evaluate liver health.
13 $7 $64
HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibody test
A laboratory test that analyzes a sample to detect antibodies for both HIV-1 and HIV-2 viruses.
13 $13 $122
COVID-19 amplified DNA/RNA probe detection
A laboratory test that uses amplified DNA or RNA probes to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19) antigen.
13 $50 $800
CT scan of chest, without contrast
A computed tomography scan of the chest area that uses X-rays to create detailed images without the use of contrast dye.
12 $61 $820
CT scan of abdomen and pelvis, without contrast
A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the abdominal and pelvic organs. The procedure is performed without the use of intravenous contrast dye.
11 $79 $925
Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum
An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity.
11 $62 $649
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.
61.8% high complexity
3.1% medium
35.1% routine

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2024 ↗
$17,746
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $2,535/year across 7 years
Top 23% in TX for hematology & oncology
109
Companies
800
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →

Payment profile

Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.

Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$17,086 (96.3%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$660 (3.7%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$3,583
2023
$2,485
2022
$4,369
2021
$1,834
2020
$1,313
2019
$1,863
2018
$2,297

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
US Oncology Corporate, Inc.
$2,056
Amgen Inc.
$1,390
PFIZER INC.
$777
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$737
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$653
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$628
McKesson Specialty Care Distribution, LLC
$573
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$483
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$447
Genentech USA, Inc.
$440
SOBI, INC
$430
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$384
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$375
Lilly USA, LLC
$347
Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$345
Celgene Corporation
$337
Karyopharm Therapeutics Inc.
$324
Seagen Inc.
$276
Tempus AI, Inc
$264
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$240
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$229
Blueprint Medicines Corporation
$214
AVEO Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$205
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$201
Eisai Inc.
$198
Pharmacyclics LLC, An AbbVie Company
$195
Taiho Oncology, Inc.
$181
GENZYME CORPORATION
$171
Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc
$161
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$138
Elekta, Inc.
$138
PUMA BIOTECHNOLOGY, INC.
$136
Kite Pharma, Inc.
$135
Incyte Corporation
$133
ABBVIE INC.
$127
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$126
Adaptive Biotechnologies Corporation
$122
ARRAY BIOPHARMA INC
$117
JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$117
Dova Pharmaceuticals
$100
Pharmacosmos Therapeutics Inc.
$98
Seattle Genetics, Inc.
$96
PharmaEssentia USA Corporation
$93
Puma Biotechnology, Inc.
$91
Abbott Laboratories
$89
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$89
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$89
Boston Scientific Corporation
$85
Octapharma USA, Inc.
$85
Mylan Institutional Inc.
$84
Organon LLC
$83
Sirtex Medical Inc
$81
BeiGene USA, Inc.
$77
RECORDATI_RARE_DISEASES_INC.
$76
Fennec Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$76
Verastem, Inc.
$72
Deciphera Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$70
Sobi, Inc
$70
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$68
TAIHO ONCOLOGY, INC.
$62
Novo Nordisk Inc
$57
Aveo Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$55
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$54
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$54
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$51
BIOTRONIK INC.
$48
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$47
Myovant Sciences Inc.
$47
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$46
AbbVie Inc.
$46
Foundation Medicine, Inc.
$45
TerSera Therapeutics LLC
$44
MorphoSys, US Inc.
$44
CTI BioPharma Corp.
$44
OnMark, Inc.
$43
Genmab U.S., Inc.
$40
Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc.
$37
Servier Pharmaceuticals LLC
$35
MEDIVATION FIELD SOLUTIONS LLC
$35
Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$34
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$34
SECURA BIO, INC.
$31
Progenics Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$29
EMD Serono, Inc.
$28
Pharmacyclics LLC, an AbbVie Company
$26
Mauna Kea Technologies, Inc.
$25
Tolmar, Inc.
$25
Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC
$25
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.
$22
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$21
Circassia Pharmaceuticals Inc
$19
ADC Therapeutics America, Inc.
$18
Spectrum Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$18
EISAI INC.
$17
Mirati Therapeutics, Inc.
$17
Sandoz Inc.
$17
Inari Medical, Inc.
$16
SERVIER PHARMACEUTICALS LLC
$15
Exelixis Inc.
$15
Azurity Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15
TOLMAR Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$14
NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS CORPORATION
$14
Coherus Biosciences Inc.
$14
INSYS Therapeutics Inc
$14
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$13
AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$12
Acrotech Biopharma LLC
$12
R-Pharm US LLC
$11
Top 3 companies account for 23.8% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →

Most payments (96%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.

Equivalent to $36 per 100 Medicare services performed
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Geographic Context

Hematology & oncology specialists within 10 mi
41
Per 100K population
0.9
County median income
$73,104
Nearest hospital
KINGWOOD PINES HOSPITAL
0.0 mi

Data Sources

Provider Registry NPPES Weekly updates
Medicare Enrollment PECOS Monthly updates
Practice Data Medicare Util. Annual (CY lag)
Industry Payments Open Payments CY 2024
Disciplinary History — Not public N/A

This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →

Summary

Dr. Ellent is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 20% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 19 years of NPI registration.

This summary is auto-generated from federal data. It describes data availability and patterns — not clinical quality. Read our methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Ellent experienced with iron infusion (feraheme)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Ellent performed 29,580 iron infusion (feraheme) services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Ellent receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Ellent received a total of $17,746 from 109 companies across 800 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Ellent's costs compare to other hematology & oncology specialists in Kingwood?
Dr. Ellent's average Medicare payment per service is $10. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Ellent) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
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All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.

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